Acropolis Museum

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Timings : 08:00 - 20:00 Closed on Monday

Entry Fee : EUR 5

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Acropolis Museum, Athens Overview

Acropolis Museum is an archaeological museum located in the Marianna district, which contains the artifacts found in Acropolis. This museum is renowned for housing an impressive collection of artifacts and sculptures from the Acropolis of Athens.

Situated southeast of the Acropolis itself, the museum is strategically located to provide visitors with a comprehensive understanding of the archaeological site's context. It has over 4000 objects from the Greek Bronze Age to Byzantine Greece. It lies over the ruins of Roman and Byzantine Athens. The museum was in Acropolis earlier, but after finding more objects to display, it shifted from its present place. The museum's fame lies in its role as a guardian of the ancient treasures that once adorned the Acropolis. It serves as a custodian of the Parthenon marbles, showcasing the historical significance of these sculptures and their connection to Greek history.

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